What was your fasting blood glucose? (with some chat)

[RosemaryJackson]

7.7 for me.

 

[ChrisT2]

5.7 on libre this morning. Like others I find it a massive help to keep an eye on things despite the almost prohibitive cost. I have been watching the Glucose Goddess on the television. She gives tips and advice mainly about weight loss and reducing BS. Unfortunately she shows folks bringing down the BS and having very little spikes whereas although my BS has come down the libre graph looks like a hedgehogs back! There is nothing I can eat, even the recommended nuts in small portions adds a baby spike on daily curve despite using some of her tips to avoid spikes. Much like @JoKalsbeek and @PenguinMum everything I eat spikes my BS it is just a matter of how high and even low carb days don't seem to have much effect for next day.

I have always been baffled by the BS logic (if there is such a thing) but have learned enough to at least reduce my medication however I cannot see a pathway to eliminating medication altogether as suggested by many in the world of diabetes. I think for some of us it is just the way our bodies work and we have to manage it as best we can with meds, diet, exercise etc and using all the tools and measurements available. Sounds a bit negative but certainly for me the most practical.

 

[Outlier]

Not at all negative, and practical is the way to go. The "we are all different" theme is vital, and we each need to find and make use of what is good for us as individuals. No judgement.

 

[Ryhia]

5.8 this morning, I didn't double check, just did a happy dance.

 

[JoKalsbeek]

5.7 on libre this morning. Like others I find it a massive help to keep an eye on things despite the almost prohibitive cost. I have been watching the Glucose Goddess on the television. She gives tips and advice mainly about weight loss and reducing BS. Unfortunately she shows folks bringing down the BS and having very little spikes whereas although my BS has come down the libre graph looks like a hedgehogs back! There is nothing I can eat, even the recommended nuts in small portions adds a baby spike on daily curve despite using some of her tips to avoid spikes. Much like @JoKalsbeek and @PenguinMum everything I eat spikes my BS it is just a matter of how high and even low carb days don't seem to have much effect for next day.

I have always been baffled by the BS logic (if there is such a thing) but have learned enough to at least reduce my medication however I cannot see a pathway to eliminating medication altogether as suggested by many in the world of diabetes. I think for some of us it is just the way our bodies work and we have to manage it as best we can with meds, diet, exercise etc and using all the tools and measurements available. Sounds a bit negative but certainly for me the most practical.

If it's any help at all, sometimes we just do what we can, and the rest isn't up to us. A friend I met on here hasn't been on in ages because she feels like a fraud: Knows what to do and how to do it, but was unable to shift weight or get blood glucose control. Because sometimes, there are other factors at play, and we just have to work with what we've got.

It's nice if others can manage to get to their ideal, but for me, I'll just be pleased to avoid complications. Which might not be entirely possible, but I've learned there's only so much I can do and control. Hard lesson to learn, though, I have to admit.

 

[Omar51]

Good morning 5.6 this morning. Have a nice day everyone.

 

[OrsonKartt]

5.7 on libre this morning. Like others I find it a massive help to keep an eye on things despite the almost prohibitive cost. I have been watching the Glucose Goddess on the television. She gives tips and advice mainly about weight loss and reducing BS. Unfortunately she shows folks bringing down the BS and having very little spikes whereas although my BS has come down the libre graph looks like a hedgehogs back! There is nothing I can eat, even the recommended nuts in small portions adds a baby spike on daily curve despite using some of her tips to avoid spikes. Much like @JoKalsbeek and @PenguinMum everything I eat spikes my BS it is just a matter of how high and even low carb days don't seem to have much effect for next day.

I have always been baffled by the BS logic (if there is such a thing) but have learned enough to at least reduce my medication however I cannot see a pathway to eliminating medication altogether as suggested by many in the world of diabetes. I think for some of us it is just the way our bodies work and we have to manage it as best we can with meds, diet, exercise etc and using all the tools and measurements available. Sounds a bit negative but certainly for me the most practical.

I get you

If I stick to mainly meat and eggs fish and butter I’m ok.

Almost everything else raises my glucose levels

Of course this would be academic if it wasn’t for the “ side affects” , the harms, which raised blood sugar creates and is associated with.

When I’m at home eating carnivore or ketovore is easier

Being out is much tougher

 

[OrsonKartt]

I get you

If I stick to mainly meat and eggs fish and butter I’m ok.

Sometimes this seems restrictive

 

[OrsonKartt]

6.1 using the finger jabbing contour next


Have a good day

If you possibly can

 

[JoKalsbeek]

Been up for a while, but fasting, so a 7,9 on the Contour thanks to my beloved liver. Yesterday we ended up spending the morning in the frost covered heather, walking about 5,5k and with three camera's hanging off my shoulders, and we ran into some sheep and goats. I know not everyone loves the cold, but I sure do! It was breathtaking.

By the way, the Libre came off on Saturday morning, and there was a little dried blood under it, which I guess can happen when something punctures the skin. Just a little surprised I still have a red, Libre-shaped bruise, even if it is fading now compared to when it first came off. After removing it the area remained warm/angry to the touch for a while. Is that normal? Because I would like to repeat this experiment every year, or 6 months or something. When I first put it on it itched and burned, but that improved when I took some antihistamines, and I don't see any blisters... So it should be okay to repeat should I be curious about something again, right?

Anyway, thanks guys.
Jo

 

[DEBBIESCOTT]

Libre 5.5
3.5 weeks on antibiotics for a chest infection which is still lingering
Ringing surgery again at 8 to try & see a gp, a feat I’ve not yet managed this year
Take care everyone

 

[flonvic]

If it's any help at all, sometimes we just do what we can, and the rest isn't up to us. A friend I met on here hasn't been on in ages because she feels like a fraud: Knows what to do and how to do it, but was unable to shift weight or get blood glucose control. Because sometimes, there are other factors at play, and we just have to work with what we've got.

It's nice if others can manage to get to their ideal, but for me, I'll just be pleased to avoid complications. Which might not be entirely possible, but I've learned there's only so much I can do and control. Hard lesson to learn, though, I have to admit.

What a great reply.Thankyou.x

 

[ChrisT2]

6.5 this morning and on a countdown to the few weeks left at work. A bit sad really, never thought I would have second thoughts about leaving but overall happy.

 

[Estragon]

into the stickies with a 6.7

 

[RosemaryJackson]

8.1 then up to 8.4 after a shower and putting the dustbin out for collection. That dates me doesn't it? Have a good day

 

[OrsonKartt]

8.1 then up to 8.4 after a shower and putting the dustbin out for collection. That dates me doesn't it? Have a good day

My ol’ man’s a dustman

 

[mojo37]

My last morning post using the expensive but amazing libre. I somewhat regret my concern about cost as it’s made the last 2 weeks in this unusual ( for me ) environment a useful and interesting exercise . I’ve tried local drug stores and there’s none to be had here

Anyhow 5 on the libre on waking , currently 6 while sipping coffee awaiting breakfast

Have a good week end all if you possibly can

It is a shame they are so expensive .

 

[Omar51]

Good morning 5.27 mmol/L this morning, have a nice day everyone.

 

[mojo37]

8.4 for me today. I've been in quite a bit ofm pain so maybe understandable. But, ohhhh I wish I was normal lol!! Have a great weekend. I've seen some snowdrops, so pretty, so spring is round the corner.

A hug for your pain and a like for the snowdrops .

 

[Ryhia]

6.2 this morning